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At ACHS, we are constantly working to help our students prepare for the future. However, it is just as important that students take action to set themselves up for success. This starts with Eagle time—being here on time at 7:30 a.m. every day. A CollegeVine blog post points to other positive actions that high school students can take to maximize their learning opportunities and prepare for the future.

Participate in Class. Students who participate in class are more engaged in their learning and are better able to remember content. In addition, participating in class shows teachers that students are listening to and thinking about the material that is being presented.

Find Your Passions. High school is a unique opportunity to identify passions and pursue them. Students should experiment with different extracurricular activities and pursue courses that truly interest and fascinate them. Students should keep this in mind as they select college-level courses during the last week of November.

Build and Use a Support Network. Successful students know how to use the resources available. They build strong relationships with teachers and peers and establish connections with learning resources, such as the tutoring services available here at ACHS from Monday–Friday at 3–5 p.m. (snacks are provided). Students must let others know when they are worried or confused about schoolwork; they must seek out and accept help.

Take Care of Yourself. Getting enough sleep, eating well, and focusing on good mental health are all necessary for student success.

These steps can help students lay the foundation for the mindset and work habits necessary in college and the workforce. Families can help students prepare for the future, as well! If you were unable to attend parent–teacher conferences last month, take a minute before Thanksgiving to reach out to your student’s teachers and schedule time to discuss his/her progress. You can also review your student’s progress online through the Parent Portal, where you will find a record of grades and assignments. Please encourage students to take advantage of the opportunities available to them at ACHS, including college campus tours organized by the Future Center.

As I hope you know, the success of our students is our priority at ACHS. While we are working hard to ensure that every student reaches his/her potential, we recognize that we still have a lot of work ahead of us. As you may know, ACHS and the Adams 14 School District are both scheduled to appear before the Colorado State Board of Education on November 14. At that time, we expect the Board to issue a decision that will affect how our school and the district are run. We anticipate that we will be required to hire an External Management Organization to oversee our school and accelerate our progress with students. I will continue to update you as we receive information and instructions from the State Board.

Please remember that the Thanksgiving break will be from November 21–23. Have a wonderful holiday!